Apply by April 11 for your shot at a prize worth $100,000
Are you dreaming up the next big thing for the outdoor industry or active lifestyle space? Entries are now open for Outside Ignite, our new pitch competition debuting at the Outside Summit, and a prize worth $100,000 is on the line. Seed Stage to Series A startups are invited to apply by April 11.
Five finalists will be selected by our team of judges, made up of seasoned investors and successful entrepreneurs from Cooley LLP, Halfdays, NEXT VENTURES, and more to be announced. All finalists will receive mentorship and pitch preparation support from REI Co-op Path Ahead Ventures before presenting at Outside Ignite May 29 in Denver, as part of the Outside Summit.
At Outside Ignite, our judges will select one First Place Prize winner and one Runner Up to receive prizes up to $100,000 in value. Plus, attendees will vote for one People’s Choice Award winner, sponsored by REI Co-op Path Ahead Ventures.
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